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Following separation, fathers can face uncertainty over parental responsibility, contact and child arrangements. Barrister Billal Malik explains the legal position of fathers, how the Family Court approaches child arrangements and the practical issues that can arise when parents are unable to agree.
Ashley Murray examines proposed reforms to divorce financial remedies, arguing for a simpler and more predictable approach to dividing matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets that could reduce costs, delays and uncertainty for divorcing couples.
The growing use of AI for legal guidance brings significant risks during divorce. From inaccurate information and privacy concerns to costly mistakes, this article explains why AI should not replace professional legal advice when finances, property and arrangements for children are at stake.
Net-Defence has launched The Signal, a free advice and resource hub designed to help businesses understand emerging risks and strengthen organisational resilience through practical guidance, insight, videos, events and resources.
Friday afternoon fraud puts conveyancing payments at risk. As property transactions become more digital, strong identity checks, secure communications and payment verification are increasingly important.
As AI makes legal work faster and more efficient, a new question is emerging: who actually benefits from the savings? Zaven examines AI billing, legal technology investment, regulation and how in-house teams can ensure that efficiency gains are reflected in the price they pay.
Co-managed IT services help organisations support stretched internal teams by adding specialist expertise and capacity. This flexible model improves efficiency, strengthens security, and enables teams to focus on strategic priorities without losing control.
A Court of Appeal decision highlights the importance of properly pleaded cases in professional negligence claims, showing how failures on causation and conflicts of interest can determine the outcome of litigation.
The rise of AI in family courts is reshaping how litigants in person prepare cases. While tools like ChatGPT improve access to justice, courts warn that inaccurate AI-generated content risks misleading proceedings and impacting children’s welfare.
Deepfakes are no longer theoretical for the legal sector. They pose real risks to evidence, fraud prevention, data protection and professional responsibility, requiring firms to rethink verification, governance and trust in an AI-driven environment.
Grey divorce is rising despite falling overall divorce rates in the UK, with more over-50s choosing separation due to longer life expectancy, changing attitudes, financial independence and evolving personal priorities.
A recent Crown Court case highlights the risks of the “all in it together” argument in joint enterprise murder. This analysis explores secondary liability, intent, and why the key question remains: in it together, but to do what?
I. Stephanie Boyce CBE has been appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, recognising her leadership in the legal profession and commitment to community, inclusion and access to justice.
Choosing the right IT helpdesk support is vital for business continuity. This guide explains support models, the value of proactive monitoring, and how partnering with the right provider can improve efficiency, security, and scalability.
New 2026 guidance confirms that digital identity verification can meet MLR requirements, but only where providers are certified under the UK trust framework. Law firms must now reassess their IDV solutions to ensure compliance with stricter regulatory standards.
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces major reforms to dismissal, redundancy, and worker protections, including extended claim time limits, enhanced compensation risks, and new day one rights, with further regulations expected through 2026 ahead of phased implementation.
AI is making the billable hour obsolete, replacing time with outcomes as the measure of value. But value-based pricing only works with clear scope, structure and metrics. Firms and clients that adapt operationally can reduce inefficiency, remove admin burden and align incentives around results.
Busy legal schedules often push fitness aside – but small, consistent habits can make a big difference. This guide shows how simple 2–5 minute activities, from stretches to short walks, can improve health, boost focus, and fit seamlessly into even the busiest working day.
The EAT clarifies how employers must prove material factor defences in equal pay claims, stressing a practical approach to indirect discrimination and shifting the burden where disadvantage is shown.
The BICBA Forum 2026 brings together commercial law professionals in Manchester to explore contract law, unjust enrichment and cross-border practice, alongside valuable networking opportunities.
A practical guide to IT compliance for growing businesses, covering data protection, access control, cybersecurity, and risk management to help organisations stay secure, resilient, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
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